Yahaya Bello: Court adjourns to June 13, 2024 for arraignment
Yahaya Bello: Court adjourns to June 13, 2024 for arraignment ... Says even if arrest warrant was Illegally obtained, he should appear in court A Federal High Court, Abuja has asked the former Governor of Kogi, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, to appear in court for his trial. Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling, held that even if an arrest warrant issued against him was illegally obtained, the defendant (Bello) should still show up in court. The judge had, on April 23, fixed today (May 10) for the ruling on the ex-governor’s application to set aside th…
AltBank, Sterling One Foundation, Foodbank combat hunger, champion education
AltBank, Sterling One Foundation, Foodbank combat hunger, champion education The Alternative Bank Limited (AltBank) has announced a strategic collaboration with FoodBank and Sterling One Foundation to raise approximately N20 million in support of hunger alleviation and educational initiatives. This initiative aligns with the theme of the African Union Summit 2024, "Educate and Skill Africa for the 21st Century." Hassan Yusuf, the Managing Director of The Alternative Bank, unveiled this plan in a press release, highlighting the fort…
Access Holdings Vests 23.8 million Units of Shares on Senior Executives
Access Holdings Vests 23.8 million Units of Shares on Senior Executives In line with the disclosure requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Nigerian Exchange Limited, Access Holdings Plc, Africa’s leading financial services group, has announced the award of 23.8 million ordinary shares to some of its senior executives and executives of Access Bank, its flagship subsidiary. This is in pursuant of the terms of its shareholders approved Employees Performance Share Plan. Bolaji Agbede, the Acting Group Chief Executive…
ZENITH BANK’S LANDMARK N125.59 BILLION DIVIDEND PAYOUT EXCITES SHAREHOLDERS
ZENITH BANK’S LANDMARK N125.59 BILLION DIVIDEND PAYOUT EXCITES SHAREHOLDERS Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR (Centre) flanked by the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu (Left) and the Deputy Managing Director, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON (Right) during the 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the bank held at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos yesterday. Shareholders of Zenith Bank Plc, at the 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, on We…
CNN’s Connecting Africa explores infrastructure projects across the continent
CNN’s Connecting Africa explores infrastructure projects across the continent In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN International’s Eleni Giokos and new reporter Victoria Rubadiri highlight the infrastructure projects aiming to boost interconnectivity and trade by air, land, and sea. Africa is home to about 84,000 km of railways and more than 60 seaports, yet at least 80% of goods are being transported via roadways often sparse in remote areas or in poor condition. In Kenya, Rubadiri sees how the country is investing in its trai…
Aliko Dangote Foundation, WEF Announce 2024 Class of Dangote Fellows
Aliko Dangote Foundation, WEF Announce 2024 Class of Dangote Fellows Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), in conjunction with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and Forum of Young Global Leaders (YGL), has unveiled gifted and high calibre individuals for the esteemed 2024 class of the World Economic Forum Young Global Leaders (YGL) Dangote Fellows. ADF and WEF, in a release, said, “With great excitement and anticipation, ADF and WEF announce this year's cohort, a group of visionary leaders poised to make impactful contributions to global devel…
Stanbic IBTC Breakfast Session highlights investment potential in Nigeria’s energy sector
Stanbic IBTC Breakfast Session highlights investment potential in Nigeria’s energy sector Stanbic IBTC Bank, a leading financial institution in Nigeria, recently hosted its pivotal Energy and Infrastructure Breakfast Session in Lagos. This event marked a significant milestone in the country's dialogue on sustainable energy, drawing together a distinguished assembly of industry leaders, policymakers and experts. Dr. Demola Sogunle, Chief Executive of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, delivered a keynote address, offering insights into the organis…
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